South African opposition leader Malema gets jail sentence
16 Apr 2026, 20:51 GMT
By Jean-Emile JAMMINE
Topic: Eye on Africa
Source URL: https://www.france24.com/en/south-african-opposition-leader-malema-gets-jail-sentence
In tonight's edition: South Africa's firebrand leftist leader Julius Malema is sentenced to five years in prison, convicted of firearm offences. Also, on a visit to Cameroon, Pope Leo condemns "tyrants" driving global wars and the exploitation of Africa’s resources. Plus we take a look at a new online database shaking up the restitution debate.